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Get the lead out-unusual ballistic patterns can lead to diagnostic delay

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Slingshot injuries have been rarely reported in the literature and while the value of three dimensional imaging, intravenous antibiotics and exploration under anaesthesia remain the mainstay of treatment, this case highlights the need for careful examination when the clinical presentation is seemingly innocuous. Our initial working assumption was that the palpable lump was likely to be an old injury, supported by the single small laceration which seemed an unlikely entry wound due to its size and distant anatomical location. However, blunt exploration of the would revealed a tract, favouring emergent rather than elective management. We therefore highlight to the maxillofacial community the possibility of explosive residue having migrated or being found distant to impact location.

Source: Advances in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

DOI: 10.1016/j.adoms.2024.100496

Authors: Alice Liu, Alice Cameron, Margaret Coyle

Institution: Gloucestershire Royal Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Facial Trauma and Fracture Management

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,650